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Columbia Valley Merlot

8.851 ratings
9.011 pro ratings
Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Merlot
Beef, Venison, Salami & Prosciutto, Chili & Hot Spicy, Potato, Exotic Spices, Lamb, White Rice, Baking Spices, Herbs, Pasta, Chicken, Mushrooms, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Tomato-Based, Soft Cheese, Pork, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
Jake Hajer

Distinctive. Forest, evergreen, bright fruit and not a lot of oak. Vivid color- young.

Distinctive. Forest, evergreen, bright fruit and not a lot of oak. Vivid color- young.

Apr 20th, 2021
Adam Foster

Beverage Director Sweet Grass Dairy Cheese Shop, Blue Coop Restaurant

9.2

Best Merlot I've had in a while from the CV. 2014 vintage

Best Merlot I've had in a while from the CV. 2014 vintage

Aug 8th, 2017
Kent Waliser

Amazing 2004. Fresh vibrant integrated tannins. Beautiful expression of WA Merlot aged to perfection. Could have waited. Yum.

Amazing 2004. Fresh vibrant integrated tannins. Beautiful expression of WA Merlot aged to perfection. Could have waited. Yum.

Apr 18th, 2015
Erin Crain

#Merlot, well structured

#Merlot, well structured

Nov 17th, 2014
Andrew Lampasone

Owner Wine Watch Selections

9.1

Mainly ciel de cheval kilipsun vineyards a touch of Cabernet and Cabernet franc. Dark plum and cherry fruit sweet herbs and pretty floral notes a smooth and silky texture a very smooth and seductive wine through the finish. Very well balanced notes of herbs and spice a firm hand of acidity. Finish 40+ excellent

Mainly ciel de cheval kilipsun vineyards a touch of Cabernet and Cabernet franc. Dark plum and cherry fruit sweet herbs and pretty floral notes a smooth and silky texture a very smooth and seductive wine through the finish. Very well balanced notes of herbs and spice a firm hand of acidity. Finish 40+ excellent

Aug 15th, 2014
Tom Elliot

Founder Northwest Wines

9.5

Delicious!

Delicious!

Mar 29th, 2014
Andrew Lampasone

Owner Wine Watch Selections

9.4

Plum and cherry fruit with a bit of Cabernet Sauvignon and cab franc notes of fine herbs and a touch of tobacco spice and milk chocolate notes. Smooth and round on the tongue with juicy fruit and lovely balance and freshness through the finish. Finish 40+ excellent

Plum and cherry fruit with a bit of Cabernet Sauvignon and cab franc notes of fine herbs and a touch of tobacco spice and milk chocolate notes. Smooth and round on the tongue with juicy fruit and lovely balance and freshness through the finish. Finish 40+ excellent

Aug 15th, 2013
Paul J
9.2

Very nice. Dark red color. Bold with some French influence. Ample baking spices and alcohol. Surprised it was only 14.4%. Excellent value.

Very nice. Dark red color. Bold with some French influence. Ample baking spices and alcohol. Surprised it was only 14.4%. Excellent value.

Jun 30th, 2022
Jason Budd

Aromas of black cherry and red plum with hints of cedar, potting soul, mint and violets. Red fruits with a touch of creamy chocolate and earth. Great structure!

Aromas of black cherry and red plum with hints of cedar, potting soul, mint and violets. Red fruits with a touch of creamy chocolate and earth. Great structure!

Dec 30th, 2021
Sherry Li

Sweet upon first taste but balances afterwards

Sweet upon first taste but balances afterwards

Oct 27th, 2020